Australian Shelters Are Filling Up With Dogs Following Lighter COVID Restrictions
It has been two years since COVID-19 came into our lives. Since then, we’ve faced global lockdowns and restrictions – on and off – in order to try and reduce the damage brought on by the pandemic. At the start of the pandemic, there were a lot of animal adoptions as people wanted furry companions to help get through the tough stretch of isolation. However, since the world has started to open back up and restrictions are being lifted, there is now an increase in dogs getting surrendered to rescues and shelters all across...
Maryland Is Joining New York To Ban The Declawing Of Cats
New York passed legislation in 2019 and became the first state in the United States to ban declawing cats. Maryland is now set to follow. Declawing cats is a process that removes a feline’s nail bed as well as the nail along with part of the bone. According to those who support the ban, including the Humane Society, declawing is inhumane because it’s unnecessary and can lead to lasting physical and behavioral issues. Photo: Piqsels In Maryland, the only way that you will be allowed to legally declaw a cat is if there is a medical...
Dogs in the Classroom Program
Jackie Brown Pet expert Jackie Brown has spent 20 years following her passion for animals as a writer and editor in the pet publishing industry. She is contributing writer for National Geographic’s Complete Guide to Pet Health, Behavior, and Happiness: The Veterinarian’s Approach to At-Home Animal Care (April 2019) and author of the book It’s Raining Cats and Dogs: Making Sense of Animal Phrases (Lumina Press, 2006). Jackie is a regular contributor to pet and veterinary industry media and is the former editor of numerous pet...
Are superfoods worth the hype?
How do we know if a superfood is really “super” or just marketing fluff? As more dog and cat guardians embrace wellness and healthier eating, we have become more aware of what’s on our plates — and what’s in our animals’ food bowls. As a result, superfoods have become an essential piece of the puzzle when selecting the best diet for our dogs and cats. But how do we know if a superfood is really “super” or just marketing fluff? The origins of superfoods The word “superfood” is defined...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Going live on social, We Foster Huddles and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. 7 tips for going live on social media during shelter and rescue emergenciesLive streaming on social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram can help you create connections with supporters and get the word out quickly during shelter and rescue emergencies, but the prospect of live video can feel daunting. However, creating a successful live stream doesn’t need to be complicated. Jennifer Held, Operations Manager for Norfolk Animal… Learn More...
Cat Missing For 8 Years Shows Up At The Vet’s Office
Losing an animal is incredibly hard. When a cat or dog goes missing, their owner is left wondering where they’re at, if they’re ok, and if they’ll ever see them again. Typically, days following a pet going missing are full of frantic searching and hope. But as the days turn to weeks, months, and eventually years, most pet owners assume the worst and give up all hope of being reunited with their fur missing fur baby. It’s a scenario that Georgina Louise found herself in 8 years ago. She was used to her orange tabby cat,...
Dogs For Veterans Graduate Service Dog Training Inside Correctional Facility
Inmates from the Niagara County Correctional Facility in New York have been working hard to train service dogs for veterans. It seems that all of their hard work has finally paid off because the dogs have officially graduated from training and are making their way to their new veteran owners. The training is part of program called Pawsitive for Heroes that’s run by a small nonprofit that supports veterans. The Pawsitive for Heroes program was launched back in 2014 with a mission of providing service dog training to veterans in need at...
Woman Mistakes Orange Tabby Cat For Vintage Fur Hat At Thrift Store
If you’ve ever been to a thrift store, you know you can find some interesting things. Ever since I was a child, thrift stores have been my go-to place to shop. I started shopping there out of necessity because we didn’t have a lot of money growing up, but I’m glad I learned about how awesome they can be at a young age! Who wants to pay full price when you can get something at a fraction of the cost and cause less harm to the environment at the same time? It’s a win-win situation, and there’s something about the...
Toddler Bursts Into Laughter Over Pug Chasing A Flashlight Beam
The relationship kids can form with their dogs is too precious. Even from a young age, kids can form bonds with their pets that are unlike any other. Take Ronnie and Madison, for example. The adorable duo has gone viral for their antics on social media, as one-year-old Madison Rose finds her pug, Ronnie, to be an absolute crack up. When Ronnie does something “funny,” Madison bursts into laughter and people can’t get enough! Their most famous clip boasted little Madison holding a flashlight. Photo: TikTok/m.tothea.d.i Photo:...
Volunteers at Animal Shelter in Ukraine-Poland Border Risk Lives as They Rescue Pets Stranded in War
While Russia continues to punish Ukraine with its evil rage, many people from the other parts of the world are doing their best to help the Ukrainians including the animals they have been forced to leave behind. Photo: YouTube/CBS News A German group, Winkler Aktiv organization, has made the brave decision to put up a make-shift shelter at the Ukraine-Poland border to rescue pets and other animals that have been caught in the crossfire. But the challenges that the organization faces are just as dangerous and heartbreaking as those of a true...
